Not only were wind tunnels originally used for testing the aerodynamics of cars, they also provide an incredibly thrilling body flying experience. With wind speeds of 120 mph, the wind tunnel creates the sensation of freefall without the need to nosedive from a plane. Begin with a full safety briefing, before putting on a specialist flight suit and stepping into the tunnel. With an indoor skydiving instructor on hand to offer help and guidance throughout, hover in the air for two exhilarating sessions of body flying. For some lucky participants, the instructor will hop onto the airflow to show off some impressive freestyle aerobatic manoeuvres.

Availability

Available all year round except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On weekends and bank holidays, plus weekdays during school holidays, availability is before 11am and after 7pm.

Participant Guidelines

Minimum age is four. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum weight 18 stone. Anyone who's reasonably fit, can fly. If you're pregnant, have heart, back or neck problems or have ever dislocated a shoulder, you can't fly.

Weather

The tunnel is indoors and isn't affected by the weather.

Duration

1½ hrs

Expect to be on-site for around one and a half hours, including a 20 minute safety briefing, kit issue (15 minutes), two 60 second body flying sessions each and a full debrief.

Numbers on the Day

Training may be shared in a group of up to 12. All flights are held on a one-to-one basis in the wind tunnel with a fully qualified instructor - you won't jump together, but will watch each other's flights from the gallery.

Spectators

Facilities are excellent and make for a good family outing. Spectators can watch the action from the free viewing gallery.

Dress Code

No jewellery or collared shirts. Please wear tight-fitting lace-up trainers (not boots). If suitable footwear isn't worn, it is compulsory to hire trainers from the venue. Jumpsuits and other equipment are provided. Lockers £1.

Free Exchange

Swap your experience for another, keep the change as credit or (if it's more expensive), top it up.

Fast Delivery

Weekday orders received by 4pm are dispatched the same day. Choose from Royal Mail 1st Class post, our guaranteed next working day courier service or an instant eVoucher for those last minute gifts.

27 Years' Experience

We were the very first gift experience company, having pioneered the entire concept back in 1989. As you can imagine, having created so many satisfied customers, we know a thing or two about making memories.

12 Months to Book

All our vouchers are valid for at least 12 months, the longest offered by any UK gift experience company. Additionally we let you book most vouchers for a date beyond the expiry.

Red Gift Box

Order a Gift Pack and your Red Letter Days experience will arrive in our beautifully presented signature red gift box, personalised with your own message if required. It'll be sent to the address of your choice in plain packaging so as not to ruin any surprise.